We are in between the New Moon, which occurred on the 4th in the sign of Aquarius, and the First Quarter Moon, which will happen on the 12th.

Retrogrades/Stations:

Current retrogrades: No major ones.

**Times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

Aries

The potential for feeling empowered by your goals and motivated to reach them is high today, dear Aries. While on many levels you are thinking of the long view these days, you are also very much interested in getting immediate tasks done and solving everyday problems quickly and efficiently. Today, you have an excellent sense of the future, but you also get a nice boost of power for getting things done. While your independence is in the spotlight, people around you seem to be pulling their weight, and it feels good. It’s a fine time for putting your plans in motion, or for expressing yourself assertively. You can be outspoken today, with good results. This can be a wonderful time in your life for teaching, learning, networking, and sharing.

Taurus

Taurus

It can be a busy day mentally, dear Taurus, and making connections can be fruitful. Your mind is racing but in a manageable and motivating way–more like revved up and ready. It’s a time when you come to an important conclusion or think up a doable idea regarding a career or public move. Whether you’re called to speak on a matter or you’re communicating less officially, your words pack more punch than usual. You’re particularly motivated to pursue your ambitions, and you quickly draw upon facts and figures or memories that may have eluded you in recent days. It’s a favorable time for presenting your ideas or taking tests, and your enthusiasm and effort to communicate win points today. You are a little bolder in your decisions and actions, and perhaps more confident in what you’re doing and in your observations, which are very much on point. Some of you could gain support from a surprising or hidden source, and most should enjoy favorable attention from both superiors and peers.

Gemini

Gemini

This is a beautiful time for enjoying enthusiasm for your projects, ideas, or plans, dear Gemini, and you’re likely to want to share this good feeling. Talking and thinking are even more interesting than usual now, but you’re also interested in putting your plans in motion in some way as Mercury, your planetary ruler, connects with Mars, the “doer” of the planets. This is a good time for working on projects you want to publish, or for expanding your understanding of a subject. You’re also bound to attract people through your words and ideas. Sharing ideas can be fruitful today, with mutually beneficial agreements possible. Partnering up in some way can be rewarding especially with an open and generous spirit. This is a time for expanding a business, idea, or relationship, and for taking any of these things to new heights.

Cancer

Cancer

Problem-solving sharpens now, especially when inspired by a friend or lover, dear Cancer. It feels good to be decisive! This is a time for picking up the slack, performing, and producing. It’s also a fine time to assert your intimacy needs in a relationship. You can learn a lot about someone close to you as well. You’re exceptionally frank about what you want, and you quickly discover the best thing to say or do to get where you want to go. It’s an excellent “idea day” for business and finances, too. There can be excellent opportunities emerging through others related to work activities and research, and/or an intimate moment. Rewards for making improvements in your work or relationships can be apparent now, as you’re taking more pride in these things. You can thoroughly enjoy throwing yourself into a favorite project or activity.

Leo

Leo

You’re in a fine position to be heard and understood today, dear Leo. It’s also a time when you’re anxious to apply yourself to projects that excite you. Action-oriented conversations can figure strongly now. You feel inspired, and your enthusiasm is infectious. Today is especially keen for negotiations and dealings in general with others, particularly on a one-to-one level. You come across confidently, but you are also attracting confident, influential, or active people into your life. You’re able to push your agenda gently and support others in the process. It may be difficult to relax your mind entirely, but you are likely to find this invigorating rather than exhausting. You’re thinking about ways to expand your life experience beyond the routine, and you can be very excited about your prospects, new insights, and mind-expanding theories today. Exceptionally positive and warm energy is with you for romance, personal expression, and enjoying the company of others today with a Sun-Jupiter aspect also in force. You are feeling freer, lighter, and more forward-looking, and you are especially charismatic as a result.

Virgo

Virgo

The day suits you well, dear Virgo, as energies are in force that encourage you to be sharper and more focused. A relationship can be pleasantly surprising or open, or you enjoy more courage to do something different, creative, and unique. Insight into health or work methods can be useful. You’re not content to talk or think about problems and leave them at that, preferring to take some steps to resolve them, with your planetary ruler, Mercury, in aspect to action-oriented Mars today. Conversations tend to be to-the-point and discussions frank. This can be a time for delving right into a tricky topic as if you were jumping into a cold lake, just to get things going. Or, you’re excited about an idea or project and pouring your energies into investigating or researching and developing it. You want results today! As well now, you’re sending a positive message to others about your competence and skills through your can-do attitude. Opportunities to work from home, or to reorganize and improve your home life, may pop up now.

Libra

Libra

Discussions are frank today, dear Libra, particularly with a lover or partner. This can be a pleasant and productive time for connecting with others and for shared activities. It’s a fabulous day for creative work and social events, too. Quick, confident connections can figure strongly now. You may be a little flirtatious today, or particularly courageous about saying what you feel and pursuing your desires. If you need to, you can talk your way into–or out of–pretty much any situation now. Opportunities to show your more creative or romantic side emerge. Take them! New beginnings or fresh starts are in order with children, romantic partners, creative projects, or hobbies, and communication is the key. Openness and generosity are the keys to success right now and can open up new levels of understanding and generate a good feeling of growth in your relationships.

Scorpio

Scorpio

You’re inclined to seek and gain a sense of fulfillment through your attention to family matters and personal possessions right now, dear Scorpio. You’re deriving more comfort and pleasure in the security that comes with familiar people, things, and settings. The Sun in your home and family sector is jibing with Jupiter in your finances sector, encouraging feelings of abundance and warm pride. It’s a time for getting creative with family, money, home, and business matters. As well today, a Mercury-Mars aspect stimulates your senses and motivates you to learn, solve problems, and make connections. You’re not afraid to take on demanding work or topics. In fact, you welcome challenges today and might fare especially well under pressure or in a competitive situation.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius

It’s a beautiful day to get things done and reach out to others with bravery and confidence, dear Sagittarius. You’re making quick assessments and predictions, and it feels good to enjoy such decisiveness. You have little patience for beating around the bush today! You are a quick study right now. Refreshing communications can be part of all of this. Your ideas are particularly creative now, and your sense of fun is even stronger than usual. You’re less interested in talking and thinking than you are doing and showing others what you mean. It’s an excellent time for love connections, flirtations, and fun exchanges. Conversations cut to the chase, and a spirit of openness appeals to you, perhaps even opening up doors to you for self-expression. Establishing trust can be exceptionally easy and successful now.

Capricorn

Capricorn

Practical pursuits thrive today, dear Capricorn, and confidence increases. You have the sense that you can make significant improvements that have a real impact on your life, and this is motivating, even exhilarating, as you’re anxious to make a dent. What you can do with knowledge is more important to you today than simply knowing for the sake of knowing as Mercury and Mars connect in a harmonious aspect. You want to build, produce, and accomplish something tangible and measurable, and you’re likely to come across opportunities to do so now. If doing business, this can be a time for learning something that gives you a competitive edge or advantage. Or, insights about your money situation emerge that are truly useful. Your positivity shines now– it’s a little easier than usual to see the bright side of things with current transits.

Aquarius

Aquarius

Two helpful influences are with you today, dear Aquarius, and they involve both the Sun and Mercury in your sign. You can feel energized on a mental level, and you’re likely to feel pleasantly competitive and ready to take on a challenge. If you need to resolve a conflict, you get the chance to do so quickly and easily today, and you bring added pizazz and personality to most everything you do now. It’s a time for freeing yourself from negative thought patterns, and for putting thoughts and ideas in motion. You are ready to grab an opportunity, and perhaps most importantly, seeing one in the first place! You enjoy others’ company more than usual today, and it’s a great time for networking, sharing, connecting, and group activities; or if you’re in an independent frame of mind, for enjoying projects, idea creation, and goal-setting. All of these things have increased chances of success right now–it’s a good time to move things forward.

Pisces

Pisces

Today holds much potential for sharp thinking and a strong sense of satisfaction from accomplishing something tangible and measurable, dear Pisces. Enthusiasm fuels you, and your mind is working at top speed. You’re open to some improvisation and experimentation today, and the connections you make can be fun and inspiring. Interactions can be passionate, spicy, and energetic now. While you’re setting your sights high and thinking in big terms, you’re also prepared to tackle immediate concerns and problems. You want to put outstanding errands and issues behind you. After all, the more you handle now, the freer you’ll be later. Communications are to-the-point but helpful and promising. You can be feeling right about the impression you’re making and the work you’re doing. Financial and career matters can be moving forward or getting the okay.

* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.

Astrology of Today – The Details:

If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):

Planet Color Key: The longer the bar, the slower the aspecting planet and the longer the duration of the planet’s transit.

The purple marker above shows where we are in the current moon phase cycle.

Today's Transits

Today’s Transits

Date & Time: Feb 7 20190:00 am

Event: Moon in Pisces

Description: The Moon in Pisces

A time to observe, feel, and process. We may pay special attention to our dreams, both of the night and day variety, and the subtle areas of our lives. Focusing on creativity, philanthropy, spirituality, and artistry can be beneficial. Build your intuition, slow down and rest.

Date & Time: Feb 7 20195:13 pm

Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: Feb 7 20190:05 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Mar

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Mars

Date & Time: Feb 7 20191:21 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Pal

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Pallas

We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.

Date & Time: Feb 7 20191:27 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ura

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Uranus

We can easily find ourselves all wound up and nervous. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships and family/domestic matters.

Date & Time: Feb 7 20193:42 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Nep

Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Neptune

We are easily influenced, vulnerable, compassionate, and sensitive. We could be led astray, and we are easily swayed. There is devotion but possibly inconstancy as well. A dreamy, possibly impractical time.

Date & Time: Feb 7 20194:43 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Sat

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Saturn

An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.

Date & Time: Feb 7 201911:15 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Jupiter

We may not be very realistic right now – there can be some exaggeration. Minor annoyances are possible now. Contrariness or disagreements. This is not an ideal time for publicity, promotion, or legal matters. We can experience injustices. We are less inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. This is a time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appreciated right now, and excess doesn’t go over well either. With a little self-control we can learn about what truly makes us happy.

Date & Time: Feb 7 20195:13 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Pluto

This can be a good time for getting loans, for taking care of business, and for dealing with money matters. It’s also good for getting in touch with feelings and managing them effectively. There can be a boost to our intimate life, creative impulses, and self-understanding. Events occurring now might involve some kind of karmic repayment or benefit. We could discover new information, hidden information, or a lost item. This is a time for recycling – seeing new uses for old items. True feelings come to the surface.

Date & Time: Feb 7 20197:53 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nep

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Neptune

Date & Time: Feb 7 20197:32 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sxt Jup

Description: Transiting Sun Sextile Transiting Jupiter

There can be a nice, healthy feeling of optimism and confidence now. We might promote, publish, advertise, or market with greater success. We are generous and tolerant, giving people the benefit of the doubt, expecting the best from others and from ourselves. We can see the big picture.

Today’s Elemental Balance

Today’s Modal Balance

Today’s Lunar Phase

This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.

Planetary Positions and their Applying & Separating Aspects

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on February 7th:

Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.

Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).

**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).

THE MOON

THE MOON IN PISCES

A time to observe, feel, and process. We may pay special attention to our dreams, both of the night and day variety, and the subtle areas of our lives. We may have difficulties defining emotional boundaries. We might deal with stress through avoidant or escapist behavior. Focusing on creativity, philanthropy, spirituality, and artistry can be beneficial. Build your intuition, slow down and rest.

20TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Right fibula muscle

Sabian Symbol: A table set for an evening meal.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

SQUARE JUPITEROrb 0°21′ Separating

We may not be very realistic right now, which can lead to moodiness, as we are more invested in our dreams and expectations.

CONJUNCTION NEPTUNEOrb 4°05′ Separating

We are easily influenced, vulnerable, compassionate, and sensitive. We could be led astray, and we are easily swayed. There is devotion but possibly inconstancy as well. A dreamy, possibly impractical time.

SEXTILE PLUTOOrb 2°35′ Applying

This is a good time for feeling emotionally certain and motivated. We are more resourceful and insightful. The ability to keep the emotions on the inside today may be a strategy that turns out to be most successful.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN AQUARIUS

You are unconventional, friendly, unpredictable and innovative. You like originality and may become rebellious.

19TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Spinal nervous system

Sabian Symbol: A forest fire quenched.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION MERCURYOrb 6°25′ Separating

Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.

SEXTILE JUPITEROrb 0°16′ Applying

There can be a good, nice, and healthy feeling of optimism and confidence now. We might promote, publish, advertise, or market with greater success. We are generous and tolerant, giving people the benefit of the doubt, expecting the best from others and from ourselves. We can see the big picture.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN AQUARIUS

You are brimming with original and unique ideas. You enjoy exchanging ideas with other people, particularly friends and groups of people. You are an inventive thinker, and may rebel against old and traditional ideas.

26TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right fibula

Sabian Symbol: A hydrometer.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

SEXTILE MARSOrb 0°23′ Applying

You are a quick learner and can be perceptive.

VENUS

VENUS IN CAPRICORN

You are shy in relationships. You will form relationships slowly, but they are likely to be enduring.You may not form close relationships early in life, but later will have solid and committed relationships. You are responsible with your money and possessions.

5TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of knee

Sabian Symbol: People rowing a canoe and dancing a war dance.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

TRINE URANUSOrb 5°16′ Separating

We are open to new or unusual experiences. Our intuition for making changes serves us well now, and there can be good business sense, particularly for tapping into current or future trends. There is a healthy level of detachment experienced now that opens us up to new ideas, methods, art forms, and ways of relating.

SQUARE CHIRONOrb 4°51′ Separating

You experience emotional pain in your relationships. You have difficulty experiencing the joy and beauty of intimate relationships. You need to face early childhood feelings of rejection and develop empathy for others close to you.

MARS

MARS IN ARIES

You have a strong drive to initiate activities. You are spontaneous and like to take risks, You may also be rash and accident prone. You can be aggressive if thwarted.

26TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Skull

Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.

ASPECTS OF MARS

CONJUNCTION URANUSOrb 3°35′ Applying

You feel the need to express your energy level by taking chances. You are attracted to dangerous sports. You need to learn self discipline by directing that energy into constructive outlets. You have great courage.

SQUARE PLUTOOrb 3°35′ Separating

We may be looking for the upper hand and resisting others’ control. Resentments come to the surface.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN SAGITTARIUS

This is a time to increase our cultural and spiritual awareness, expand our higher minds, broaden our experiences, and place our faith in the universe. Jupiter in Sagittarius is bold, opinionated, just, and adventurous. (November 8, 2018, to December 2, 2019)

19TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Left femur

Sabian Symbol: Pelicans, disturbed by people move their habitat.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

SQUARE NEPTUNEOrb 3°44′ Separating

You are artistic and talented but need to learn self discipline if you are to make something of it. You may be careless with your possessions and need to learn to handle money. Don’t speculate.

SATURN

SATURN IN CAPRICORN

Conservation, moderation, definition, structure, simplicity, and realism are themes now. We might also be striving for more authority in a particular area of our lives now. This is a time for making clear choices and decisions, for weeding out what isn’t working for us, and for letting go of lost causes, particularly related to our life path choices, careers, and long-term goals. (from December 19, 2017, to March 21, 2020; and then from July 1 to December 17, 2020).

16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia

Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

SEXTILE NEPTUNEOrb 0°31′ Separating

You are able to use your inspiration to be of service to humanity. You also have a talent for bringing this out in other people and helping them to work on improving social conditions.

CONJUNCTION PLUTOOrb 6°09′ Applying

You are an ambitious and powerful person. You are a powerful leader and must learn to use your unique insights for positive purposes.

URANUS

URANUS IN ARIES

The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).

30TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Parotid gland

Sabian Symbol: A duck pond and its brood.

NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN PISCES

A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)

16TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Cruciate ligaments of the right foot

Sabian Symbol: In a quiet moment, the flow of inspiration.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN CAPRICORN

Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).

22ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs

Sabian Symbol: A general accepting defeat gracefully.

ASPECTS OF PLUTO

CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODEOrb 4°48′ Applying

You have a tendency to become embroiled in the dramas of life. You are familiar with the darker side of life. Your challenge is to rise above the negativity, and use your resources for the good of others.

Chiron, Major Asteroids, Moon's Nodes Positions

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

CHIRON IN PISCES

Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).

30TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Toenails of the left foot

Sabian Symbol: The great stone face (being the projection of an ideal).

VESTA IN PISCES

You work best when you are striving for service to humanity. You are committed to making the world a better place for everyone. You feel overwhelmed by work unless you focus on service to others.

You are able to see both sides of a story and help bring opposing parties into agreement. You are a diplomat and a defender of justice.

30TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Left ureter

Sabian Symbol: Three mounds of knowledge on a philosopher’s head.

JUNO IN TAURUS

You need to feel safe and secure in your relationships. You want your partner to be reliable and stable and are likely to want a traditional marriage.

29TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Deltoid muscle and main neck muscles

Sabian Symbol: Two cobblers working at a table.

CERES IN SAGITTARIUS

You prefer your loved ones to provide you with a sense of adventure and freedom. You feel cared for when you are allowed space to explore and reach for your goals.

5TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right femoral artery

Sabian Symbol: An old owl up in a tree.

THE BLACK MOON IN AQUARIUS

21ST DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Spinal nervous system

Sabian Symbol: A woman disappointed and disillusioned.

ERIS IN ARIES

24TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle

Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN CANCER

This is a quest to overcome inner pride and to tolerate your own failures. You have a tendency to make life harder than it need be. This is based on past lives where you had to work hard for people’s respect. You need to learn humility and to express your emotions honestly so that you can nurture others with your wealth of wisdom.

27TH DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Nipples

Sabian Symbol: A furious storm rages through a residential canyon.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN CAPRICORN

This is a quest to overcome inner pride and to tolerate your own failures. You have a tendency to make life harder than it need be. This is based on past lives where you had to work hard for people’s respect. You need to learn humility and to express your emotions honestly so that you can nurture others with your wealth of wisdom.